Vulcan's Glory

Fontana's take on Vulcan feels rich and layered—I'm curious whether she based it on existing lore or created it from scratch. Did the author draw from any particular science fiction traditions or personal interests?

The story balances fast-paced action with diplomatic negotiations, which made me wonder if this dual focus was intentional to showcase different facets of Vulcan life.

Given Fontana's experience in television and media tie-ins, I wonder if her storytelling style was shaped by her work on character-driven narratives and world-building.